El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs
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3027 Forest Hill Blvd, Palm Springs, FL 33406El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs has experienced significant food safety enforcement over its 15 inspections on record. The facility was emergency-closed twice in 2023 for roach and fly activity, documented on June 6 and April 4. Across all inspections from February 2012 to November 2025, the facility accumulated 79 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection—slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern: handwashing and hand-arm washing violations appeared in 8 inspections, employee health policy violations in 6 inspections, and management awareness violations in 4 inspections. In February and September 2024, inspectors recommended administrative complaints, and the facility has incurred $1,400 in total fines across 3 disciplinary actions. Most recently, on November 25, 2025, a routine inspection found 15 violations including 6 high-priority violations involving handwashing, consumer advisories, and food contact surfaces, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. A separate callback inspection the same day found zero violations and resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: May 21, 2026 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs: Emergency Closure History (3)
El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026035854 | $400.00 | May 21, 2026 | Panama City Beach | |
| 2--2024013839 | $600.00 | Feb 12, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023030666 | $400.00 | Jun 8, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023020903 | $400.00 | Apr 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs last inspected?
- El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 27, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs last shut down?
- El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs was last shut down on May 21, 2026 for rodent, roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs had?
- El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs find?
- El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs was most recently inspected on July 27, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs been fined?
- El Riconcito Colombiano in Palm Springs has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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